The Rondekop Series of wines represent a small selection of the best barrels - either single cultivar or a blend - from the iconic Rondekop hill. They believe there are 8 natural elements which uniquely impact their vineyards, creating quintessential wine producing conditions. At the centre of it all is their perfectly round hill Rondekop: the 8th natural element. Oldenburg Vineyards Rhodium 2019 is a blend of 60% Cabernet Franc, 30% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. Grapes were handpicked in the morning and stored in a cool room overnight. The bunches were destemmed, crushed and sorted by hand on a sorting table. Grapes were then cold soaked for 5 days. Pump-overs were done 1-3 times per day. Malolactic conversion took place in the barrel. Matured for 18 months in 46% new 225-litre French oak barrels. 4,300 bottles were produced. Bottled November 2020 at 14%. (Bottle size 750ml) 

Nose: Beautiful inviting fruit aromas of rhubarb, brambles and dried cranberries are plentiful on the fruit spectrum, with simultaneous notes of lavender, rosemary and thyme bringing a generous piquant characteristic.

Palate: On entry, delightful fruit character shines through with notes of bramble, blackcurrant and plums. Full bodied with a more savoury mid-palate with notes of thyme and rosemary coming through.

Finish: Juicy acidity and a lavishly long finish with notes of blackcurrant and star anise lingering.

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